Introduction

The Universal Parameter Setup Tool (Universal PST) is a Microsoft® Windows® application available from Woodward that enables you to adjust controller parameter settings and monitor controller operation. Universal PST also includes a graphical chart recorder that displays engine speed in real-time. This provides a visual representation of how the engine speed changes in response to changes in load, which can be very helpful when tuning the controller.

This chapter provides the information needed to use a computer with your controller. Here you will find instructions for acquiring, installing, and running the Universal PST on your PC. Also described is information for obtaining or constructing the communications cable needed to connect the controller’s COMM port to your computer’s serial port during service and initial programming.

Features

Universal PST features include: 

 • Automatic configuration to each DPG when communications are established 

 • Read/write access to all DPG programmable parameters and features 

 • View each parameter's default, minimum, and maximum values 

 • Diagnostics utilizing automatic refresh of DPG status 

 • Save and open DPG setup data information to and from a file for reuse 

 • Single button read to get the current values of all parameters 

 • Single button write to program a DPG with previously saved setup values 

 • Engine speed monitoring via a chart recorder to aid in tuning the controller 

 • Saving chart recorder data to a Microsoft Excel compatible file 

 • Help information on each of the controller’s parameters 

 • Help information on using the Universal PST

System Requirements

Universal PST minimum system requirements: 

 • Pentium® 133 MHz PC 

 • 50 MB of hard disk space 

 • 64 MB of RAM • Display resolution set to SVGA (800x600) or higher 

 • Windows® 98se, NT 4.0, 2000, and XP or greater 

 • Windows® 95 or ME not supported

An unsafe condition could occur with improper use of these software tools. Only trained personnel should have access to these tools.  

Woodward DPG-2100 Series – for Genset Applications 

Woodward DPG-2200 Series – for Genset Applications 

Woodward DPG-2300 Series – for Off-Road Vehicles 

Woodward DPG-2400 Series – for EFC Valve Applications